How Do I Show the Measurements Bar in SketchUp?

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Are you new to SketchUp and wondering how to show the measurements bar? Look no further!

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to display the measurements bar in SketchUp. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Launching SketchUp

To begin, open SketchUp on your computer. If you don’t have it installed, head over to the official website and download the latest version. Once it’s installed, launch the program by double-clicking on the icon.

Step 2: Opening a Model

After launching SketchUp, you need to open a model or create a new one. To open an existing model, go to File > Open.

Browse your computer for the desired file and click Open. If you want to create a new model from scratch, click on File > New.

Step 3: Enabling the Measurements Bar

To show the measurements bar in SketchUp, follow these simple steps:

  1. Select the View Menu:

    2. In the top menu bar of SketchUp, locate and click on View.

  2. Navigate to Toolbars:

    3. In the dropdown menu that appears when you click on View, hover over Toolbars.

  3. Select Measurements:

    4. A submenu will appear next to Toolbars. From this submenu, check the box next toMeasurements.

Step 4: Customizing Measurements Bar Position (Optional)

If you want to change the position of the measurements bar, you can do so by dragging and dropping it to a different location within the SketchUp interface. Simply click on the bar, hold down the mouse button, and move it to your desired location.

Step 5: Using the Measurements Bar

Now that you have enabled the measurements bar, let’s explore its functionality:

  • Length Measurement:

    • The measurements bar displays the length of a selected line or edge. To measure an object or segment, select it with the Select tool. The length will be displayed in the measurements bar.

  • Angle Measurement:

    • If you need to measure an angle between two lines or surfaces, select one line and then hold down the Ctrl (Windows) or Option (Mac) key while selecting another line connected to it.

    The angle will be shown in degrees in the measurements bar.

  • Inference Locking:

    • The measurements bar also helps you lock specific dimensions while drawing or modifying objects. To lock a measurement, start drawing a line or modifying an object’s dimensions and type in your desired value in the measurements bar. SketchUp will automatically adjust accordingly.

Congratulations!

You have successfully learned how to show and utilize the measurements bar in SketchUp! This powerful tool will greatly assist you in accurately measuring distances, angles, and locking dimensions while working on your models. Happy designing!

I hope this article has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance with SketchUp, feel free to explore our other tutorials or reach out to the SketchUp community. Happy modeling!